Our Home to School Assisted Travel service provides support to help children and young people to travel to school or college when they would otherwise be prevented by disability or need.
The service currently supports over 900 children and young people in Sutton. The service mostly supports children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who may find it more difficult to travel to their school or setting because of those needs.
We are reviewing the...More
Our children’s centres (Startwell) support children to have the best start in life. Since the pandemic we have changed the way that our children's centres operate and have brought some services out of the buildings and into the community, at places such as local libraries and community centres. This has helped to better support our families and has resulted in a 30% increase in the number of sessions held weekly by the service. Following a survey of families using children's centres in...More
Short breaks provide opportunities for children and young people with disabilities to take part in activities and work towards agreed outcomes, while also providing breaks for the parent/carer. They are commissioned by Sutton Council, which means that the Council identifies need, allocates resources and procures a provider to best meet those needs within the available means.
Personal budgets are paid directly to parents and carers which they use to purchase support for their child.
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Sutton Council is proposing to renew all its 17 Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) across the borough.
Public Spaces Protection Orders were introduced under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime, and Policing Act 2014. They are aimed at addressing and preventing activities that impact on the quality of life in our public spaces. These Orders help maintain the safety and enjoyment of these shared areas across Sutton.
Anti-social behaviour related to street drinking is a significant...More
What is the Neighbourhood Fund?
When developers create new housing, flats or retail space in Sutton they pay a levy to the Council. This money is to improve infrastructure within the borough, with a portion of this used specifically to improve local areas in consultation with residents, in Sutton we call this the Neighbourhood Fund . Neighbourhood Fund Projects should help address the demands which development can place on local areas.
This funding is not to be confused with...More
What is the Neighbourhood Fund?
When developers create new housing, flats or retail space in Sutton they pay a levy to the Council. This money is to improve infrastructure within the borough, with a portion of this used specifically to improve local areas in consultation with residents, in Sutton we call this the Neighbourhood Fund . Neighbourhood Fund Projects should help address the demands which development can place on local areas.
This funding is not to be confused with...More
Libraries are changing and modernising their offer to ensure that the service continues to meet customer needs. Sutton Council invests nearly £3 million in the Sutton library service each year.
We want to engage all residents on how they currently use libraries which will help explore better use of library buildings and spaces to meet the needs of customers, enable easier access, including the digital offer now and for the future. This includes considering plans to increase library...More
Sutton children's centres are committed to supporting families with young children in the borough, helping to make sure that children are ready to start school.
Since the Covid-19 Pandemic, we have adapted the way that we work and have brought some services out of the children's centre building and into the community, such as local libraries, community centres and parks. This has helped us to support families and provide information and advice at the earliest opportunity. This resulted...More
Sutton Council has received concerns from ward councillors and members of the public regarding speeding issues in the Morton Gardens area shown below.
The aim of the proposal is to reduce the risk of personal injury accidents, provide a safer environment for vulnerable road users, encourage walking and cycling in the area.
We are consulting you to seek your views on a proposal to introduce a 20mph speed limit in the Morton Gardens area shown on the plan below. The...More
Complaints have been received from residents in Collingwood Road in respect of commercial HGVs using Collingwood Road as a cut through from the bypass to access Sutton town centre. Collingwood Road has a 7.5t MGW (Maximum Gross Weight) restriction as part of an area wide weight restriction as shown on the plan below. According to the residents of Collingwood Road Commercial HGVs have been ignoring this weight restriction on a...More
Sutton Council has received concerns from members of the public regarding transport issues including speeding in the Kimpton Industrial Park area shown on the attached plan.
The aim of the proposal is to reduce the risk of personal injury accidents, provide a safer environment for vulnerable road users and encourage walking and cycling in the area.
We are consulting you to seek your views on a proposal to introduce a 20mph speed limit in the Kimpton Industrial...More
This survey is to help us understand the experiences of residents who have been subject to Safeguarding Enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014.
You do not have to give your name or contact details unless you want to.
Your responses will be collected and reviewed by a team that is separate from Adult Social Care. The findings will be shared with Adult Social Care managers and leaders.
For more information on how we processes your personal information please view our ...More
We want to hear your opinions on our proposed Statement of Licensing Policy issued under the Licensing Act 2003
The Council is updating its licensing policy, which sets out how we regulate and licence businesses that sell or supply alcohol, provide entertainment or late-night refreshment in the borough and we want you to have your say.
The draft Statement of Licensing policy sets out the way the Council proposes to carry out its licensing responsibilities, such as...More
Sutton Council has received concerns from ward councillors and members of the public regarding speeding issues in the Park Lane and Parkgate Road area.
The aim of the proposal is to reduce the risk of personal injury accidents, provide a safer environment for vulnerable road users and encourage walking and cycling in the area. The measures will also include installation of warning signs and slow markings on the approaches to Jancett Nursery in Park Lane.
We...More
London Borough of Sutton is considering installing a motorcycle barrier on the Spencer Road Entrance at Watercress Park to help prevent unlawful use by motorbikes and we are interested in hearing your views. The barriers are designed to allow pedestrians and those using mobility scooters and wheelchairs to enter but to stop motorcycles from gaining access.
We are aware that motorbikes regularly access the site via the Spencer Road entrance which can cause anti-social behaviour and...More
The Council is proposing to introduce a traffic management scheme in Plough Lane junction with Collyer Avenue and Queenswood Avenue. We are proposing these measures in response to concerns raised by local residents in the area, ward councillors about traffic speed, noise, pollution, cut through traffic and road safety at the above mentioned junctions.
What is proposed?
The following measures are proposed:
No entry points at the junctions with...More
Poor air quality is one of the biggest health and environmental issues faced by borough residents, workers and visitors. It has huge impacts on health and the Council is taking action to tackle it through its Air Quality Action Plan and related strategies.
Solid fuel burning is considered a particularly harmful pollutant with regard to human health. Burning solid fuels such as wood, peat and coal produces tiny particles - known as particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) - which are able to...More
What is the Local Flood Risk Management Strategy?
This Local Flood Risk Management Strategy is a high-level strategic document outlining Sutton’s approach to Flood Risk throughout the next 6 years.
Sutton as Lead Local Flood Authority are required by the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) to develop, maintain, apply and monitor a Local Strategy for flood risk management.
The strategy explains how flood risk will be mitigated across the whole of Sutton, including a summary...More
Help us shape the waste and street cleaning services of the future
Sutton Council has one of the best recycling rates in London: households across the borough recycle just over 46% of their waste (making us the 4th best borough in London). Not only that, but the total amount of waste we create as a borough has dropped by 12% over the last six years; a significant achievement at a time when our population is growing.
The fact that we now waste less and...More
We want to make sure you are getting the support you need when you visit our Civic Offices.
Please complete this short survey to tell us why you came here today, and what we could do to improve your experience.
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The Council's vision for Sutton is a vibrant and sustainable town centre with great shopping, culture and food, modern flexible office space and good quality affordable housing.
We're already delivering a number of exciting projects to make this vision a reality. To help shape the next stage of our plans we're asking residents, businesses, visitors and community groups to tell us what you want from your town centre.
The story so...More
What is a Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA)?
The government requires all Health and Wellbeing Boards to produce an assessment of their local pharmaceutical services every three years. This document is called the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) and Sutton's next PNA will be published in November 2022.
The PNA is a report of the present needs for pharmaceutical services. It is used to identify any gaps in current services or improvements that could be made in future...More
What is the Neighbourhood Fund?
When developers create new housing, flats or retail space in Sutton they pay a levy to the Council. This money is to improve infrastructure within the borough, with a portion of this used specifically to improve local areas in consultation with residents, in Sutton we call this the Neighbourhood Fund . Neighbourhood Fund Projects should help address the demands which development can place on local areas.
This funding is not to be confused with...More
We want to hear your suggestions for future on-street electric vehicle charging point locations.
We are committed to supporting residents and businesses as they make the switch to cleaner, greener vehicles. We want to create a sustainable green economy for Sutton, with everyone taking responsibility for their impact on the environment, and our work on EVs is part of our wider package of measures to encourage greener and sustainable travel, improve air quality and to take action on...More
Sutton Council is committed to making the streets outside our schools safer and healthier for our children. We know that children are among those most affected by high air pollution levels, and air pollution has been linked to asthma, heart disease and can impact lung development. Meanwhile, using active forms of travel like walking and cycling have excellent benefits not only for the environment but also for the health of our residents. This is why we introduced 10 school street schemes...More
With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars banned from 2030, we are committed to supporting Sutton’s residents as they switch to electric vehicles (EV). As part of this commitment, we are working to increase the number of EV charging points across the borough and are asking for your views on possible locations for new points.
About this Survey
We are conducting a statutory consultation on EV charging bays to be installed and operated by Source London and we are asking for your...More
With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars banned from 2030, we are committed to supporting Sutton’s residents as they switch to electric vehicles (EV). As part of this commitment, we are working to increase the number of EV charging points across the borough and are asking for your views on possible locations for new points.
About this Survey
We are conducting a statutory consultation on EV charging bays to be installed and operated by Source London and we are asking for your...More
With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars banned from 2030, we are committed to supporting Sutton’s residents as they switch to electric vehicles (EV). As part of this commitment, we are working to increase the number of EV charging points across the borough and are asking for your views on possible locations for new points.
About this Survey
We are conducting a statutory consultation on EV charging bays to be installed and operated by Source London and we are asking for your...More
With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars banned from 2030, we are committed to supporting Sutton’s residents as they switch to electric vehicles (EV). As part of this commitment, we are working to increase the number of EV charging points across the borough and are asking for your views on possible locations for new points.
About this Survey
We are conducting a statutory consultation on EV charging bays to be installed and operated by Source London and we are asking for your...More
With the sale of new petrol and diesel cars banned from 2030, we are committed to supporting Sutton’s residents as they switch to electric vehicles (EV). As part of this commitment, we are working to increase the number of EV charging points across the borough and are asking for your views on possible locations for new points.
About this Survey
We are conducting a statutory consultation on EV charging bays to be installed and operated by Source London and we are asking for your...More